EMP 203 - Cardiovascular Patient Management

3 Hrs.

Prerequisite: Admission to the EMT- Paramedic Program; EMP-199; ENG 101; MTH 100, MTH 116, or higher.
Corequisite: Approved anatomy and physiology course(s), EMP 198, EMP 199, EMP 200, EMP 203.
This course relates pathophysiology and assessment findings to the formulation of field impressions and implementation of treatment plans for specific cardiovascular conditions. Content areas include: assessment of the cardiovascular patient, pathophysiology of cardiovascular disease, and techniques of management including appropriate pharmacologic agents and electrical therapy. Upon completion, the student should have demonstrated competency in those respective components of the National Standard Curriculum for the EMTParamedic and requirements set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health.